The Jigawa State Police Command has arrested three suspects and recovered a locally made pistol, three locally made bullets, and other dangerous weapons during a security operation along Nguru-Birniwa Road.
The arrest was disclosed by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Shi’isu Adam, in a statement made available to journalists in Dutse, the state capital.
According to the police, operatives of Operation Salama arrested the suspects on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at about 4:30 p.m. during an operation along the road.
The suspects were identified as Bello Juli, 22; Abdullahi Yakubu, 30; and Bashir Mohd, 25. The police said all three are residents of Kyarana Settlement in Kiru Local Government Area of Kano State.
Items recovered from them include one locally fabricated pistol, three locally made bullets, machetes, bows and arrows, and gunpowder.
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The police explained that the arrest formed part of ongoing intelligence-led operations aimed at preventing crime and improving security across Jigawa State.
Following the investigation, the suspects were transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Dutse for further inquiries. The police spokesperson stated that the suspects had subsequently been arraigned in court.
The Commissioner of Police in Jigawa State, CP Tijjani Murtala, commended the operatives for their vigilance and urged officers to sustain intelligence-led operations and intensify patrols across the state.
He also called on residents to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious movements or activities to the nearest police station.
The command reaffirmed its commitment to protecting lives and property and ensuring the safety of residents and visitors throughout Jigawa State.
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